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BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean!

Cottage near Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area in Kamuela

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A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky shoreline, and lush greenery.
A room with a dining table set for four, a wicker chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a refrigerator.
Children's area
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
A four-poster bed with a white bedspread, a wooden desk with a lamp, a floral armchair, and a cabinet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Kamuela

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Kamuela cottage, you'll find Puako Beach and Puako Bay. Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Puakō Petroglyph Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Puako Bay - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 15 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean!

NOW ALL BEDROOMS HAVE AIR CONDITIONING TO GO ALONG WITH AC IN THE LIVING ROOM
Stay cool everywhere in the home!

Hale Mele Mele is one of Puako’s original beach cottages lovingly restored, refreshed and redecorated to feel like home-away-from-home. The fully-equipped kitchen, while compact, has all you need to prepare home-cooked meals utilizing some of the Big Island’s delicious fresh fish, meats, fruits and veggies. Beautiful quartz countertops and open shelving with colorful dishware complete the charm. The air-conditioned sitting room/dining area just off the kitchen provides a hang-out for friends or family to socialize during meal prep. Conveniently located off the kitchen, is the home’s full bathroom, with a charming and private indoor/outdoor shower accessible from the house or the carport; great for rinsing off salt, sand and sunscreen after a day in the ocean. Where else but the tropics can you bathe with nature year round?


Hawaii GE & TA tax number:182-384-3840-01

STVR-19-359910

NUC-19-1262

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,054 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 690050260000, TA-182-384-3840-01, GE-182-384-3840-01

Property is also known as

1260-240474

Frequently asked questions

How close is BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! to the airport?

This cottage is 17.5 mi (31-min drive) away from the Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 14-minute walk from Puako Beach and 5.7 mi (14-min drive) from Mauna Kea Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! to downtown Kamuela?

This cottage is 6.5 mi away from Kamuela.

BI Hale Mele Mele, 3BR with AC, Summer rates! Quick walk to the ocean! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicest welcome package we have ever been given! All the reviewers have said it: great location, clean and cozy place. We had a fabulous vacation with our all adult family.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarik G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best holidays

A great location, and an excellent house for a family
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfy, and peaceful

Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baldo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away

Nice house, beautiful location. Would recommend strongly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect relaxing cosy stay

Our family of four had a wonderful stay here. Great house and yard. Kitchen is petite but so well stocked and cared for. The yard is amazing and we loved the stars at night. Various great shoreline accesses across the road to black lava beach Frequented by the green sea turtles.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything I wanted from stay in Hawaii

The eclectic collection of tropical furnishings and the wonderful plantings and layout of the property gave me the intimacy and vibe that I desired. PERFECT
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Defined!

This home was absolutely perfect for us. The location. The customer service. Perfect. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

john d.

Hale Mele Mele- plan to come back

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another fantastic stay on Puako in a well equipped well kept home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lyle V.

Hale Mele Mele

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was the perfect location for us. Well kept up. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Puako stay at the cottage

Mary was wonderful and the cottage was all we had hoped for. Great condition vintage cottage which has been well maintained. Very clean and comfortable and easy to relax in. Beautiful spot in a quiet neighborhood. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back. Thanks Mary for all your help...
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with only very minor negative points. The Pots in the kitchen could be better.Therefore the yard is awesome. Propably the nicest i have seen so far. The house is gorgeous too, but don't expect to much privacy between your party members.The Guest room gets quite warm without A/C but it's ok. Overall a fantastic stay and i will come back as soon as i can afford Hawaii again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bryan Z.

Wonderful Puako home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hale mele mele is such a great Puako home. The kitchen looked small but really has everything you need and more. Outdoor shower was a highlight. Beautiful back yard with lots of shade. Full supply of beach gear. We snorkeled at the end of the road every day with turtles, octopus, eels, and even a manta ray! Amazing sunsets every night.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hale Mele Mele

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful , charming home.Great location Floor plan could be a challenge for6 guests. Fabulous yard. Easy and close shoreline access. Very kind and responsive property managers.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flaco B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flaco

All good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

monica c.

Perfect little beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at hale mele mele. The place was spotless and had everything we needed for a family of 4. Quick 2 minute walk to the beach every night for sundowners and sea turtles on the beach. The snorkeling at the end of the road is amazing - and a lot less crowded than close by beaches. Perfect launch point for the area and exploring. Highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Charming and Delightful!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this lovely and perfectly located home. We could not have asked for a better location, close to snorkeling, swimming beaches, and situated well for exploring other parts of the island. Our hosts checked in with us several times and were always easy to reach and accommodating. The home itself is well-stocked with essentials, very clean, has comfortable beds, is charmingly decorated, and the outdoor shower is like a spa! Overall, an incredible place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pearl of Puako

This a adorable, quaint and unique home and location were an absolute delight, and really made our vacation heaven on earth. It was so welcoming and comfortable, with everything one could need for a lovely Hawaiian getaway. This was a present for my 60th birthday, and the best gift I’ve ever given myself. The Hawaiian decor throughout was jus lovely, and all the beach goodies and toys were a bonus. So lovely having space in backyard to relax and bbq. We really enjoyed having happy hour and coffee with our turtle friends across the street, and frequent close up whale sightings. Wish we could’ve extended our stay, but not possible. Mary and her team with 2 Papayas were so attentive and accommodating to all our needs while there. They go above and beyond customer service and see why they are voted the best. Stay here and you will have the time of your life, never wanting to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Amazing Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Hale Mele Mele!house was very clean, comfortable beds, great outdoor shower, fantastic deck, great amenities and helpful management staff. We would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tricia A.

Great Stay in Puako

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home, great yard, private, everything we needed and very close to Puako General Store for great sandwiches, across the street from beach access (best to walk and enjoy in morning at low tide- lots of turtles hanging out) and relatively central to a variety of places by car. Very close to Beach 69 & Hapuna Beach. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Khrys D.

Fabulous stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my third year staying here and I plan to continue. Great location, fantastic comfortable home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ross G.

Very nice

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just terrific
Verified

8/10 Good

Scooter J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great location

This property came as advertised, maybe even a little better. Clean, full accommodations, comfortable, great yard and perfect location for us. Wanted something away from the touristy resorts without being too remote. The layout is a tad quirky but nothing that we couldn't adapt to. The property management folks reached out to me multiple times and were very helpful. I would definitely use this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William ('Bill") F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection in Puako

A very charming cottage wonderfully situated on Puako Beach Road. There are multiple shoreline access points along Puako Beach Road which lead to great snorkeling - - one is directly across from the cottage. The cottage, which is much larger than indicated by the front view photo, is tastefully decorated and well-equipped, and the large grounds surrounding the property are beautifully maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time in Hawaii

We really enjoyed our stay and the house was a great fit for our trip. Some highlights include: 1. Super friendly management 2. Great location for our trip 3. Clean house with a well stocked kitchen supplies 4. A/C window units kept the house cool (a bit noisy at night, but nothing beyond a typical window unit would make) 5. Neighborhood was quiet 6. House was stocked with ready to use beach equipment (cooler, chairs, umbrella). 7. Private outdoor shower was a fun experience From the house we were 5 minutes away from Hapuna Beach, 10 minutes from Ocean Sports snorkeling cruise, 20 minutes from the Airport, and 30 minutes from Kailua-Kona. It is also a few minutes away from the big resorts so if you want to go shopping or go grab a coffee, its a simple drive down the highway. Tips: 1. Stock-up on your first day. The general store is down the street, but it is really only for grabbing something quick. We found the grocery stores at both resorts just south of the house easy to access and well stocked 2. For large groups, the "napping bed" is the least private space to sleep. Great for naps, but if you have a big group, whoever sleeps in that bed will be in the middle of everything. 3. Outdoor shower is the only shower. Fun for us, but might not be for everyone. 4. Reach out to management if you need anything. They were super helpful our entire stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

dixierob R.

Relaxing and Charming Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this charming home. Loved the location and quick walk to the water. The backyard was amazing with the variety of birds and relaxing hammock. We dined on the deck most evenings. The outdoor shower was wonderful.